Ahmed Superstore food hygiene rating
Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets · Reading
Ahmed Superstore holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the supermarket met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 8 August 2024, more than 2 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
83% of rated food businesses in Reading score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Reading ratings →
Address: 69-71 Whitley Street, Reading, RG2 0EG
How it compares in Reading
That puts Ahmed Superstore among the 854 places in Reading holding top marks, 64% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 854 | 64% | ← Ahmed Superstore | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 248 | 19% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 144 | 11% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 40 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 46 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 5 | <1% |
A further 165 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Ahmed Superstore none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Ahmed Superstore, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apollo Youth Club Caring Premises | 410 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 June 2025 |
| Artisan Loaf Makers Other catering premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2025 |
| 7 Day Local Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 June 2019 |
| Big Bazaar Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 April 2026 |
| Cafe Local Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2026 |
| Alper Kebabs Mobile Van outside National Tyres Mobile caterer | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 May 2026 |
| BP Reading Service Station Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 October 2024 |
| 7p Aperitivo Ltd Importers/Exporters | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 December 2025 |
Questions about Ahmed Superstore
What is Ahmed Superstore's food hygiene rating?
Ahmed Superstore has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Reading Council on 8 August 2024.
Is Ahmed Superstore safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this supermarket to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Ahmed Superstore last inspected?
Ahmed Superstore was last inspected on 8 August 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Reading Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Ahmed Superstore?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Ahmed Superstore compare to other places in Reading?
64% of the 1,337 rated food businesses in Reading hold the top rating of 5, and Ahmed Superstore is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Reading Council inspects Ahmed Superstore and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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